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Sunrise and White River entrance at Mount Rainier closed due to wildfire
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Major sports events, full closure on I-405 will make for very busy Seattle commute all weekend
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'My feet are here': Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle's path forward
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'I can see the commercial now': KIRO hosts push back on WA's decision to waive bar exam for hundreds after Yakima mishap
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More than 2,200 without power in Burien
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Weekend Weather: Air quality improves, Red Flag Warnings remain in effect
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MyNorthwest News
Raccoon crashes Seattle Mariners' first Jimothy Night — event returns tonight
The Seattle Mariners celebrated "Hot Jimothy Summer" with a special night honoring viral raccoon Jimothy on Wednesday.
Salesforce to lay off 59 employees in Seattle and Bellevue
Salesforce, a major customer relationship management platform, is laying off 59 workers in Seattle and Bellevue.
City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban
The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.
Man in custody after barricading in MultiCare Bonney Lake emergency department
A person is currently barricaded in the MultiCare Bonney Lake emergency department.
TRAFFIC: Major highway closures across Puget Sound this weekend
Drivers across the Puget Sound should prepare for one of the busiest travel weekends of the summer.
New Seattle policy aims to block retailers from using personal data to set grocery prices
Mayor Katie Wilson and two city councilmembers announced a new affordability policy on Friday to eliminate price gouging, and make groceries more affordable.
KIRO Newsradio Opinion
Duecy: I thought I was just getting older. It sucked. Then an MRI revealed a pituitary tumor
In May, after a series of doctor visits, blood tests, and an MRI, I heard words I never expected to hear: "You have a benign tumor near your brain."
Harger: Pierce County forgot to charge me for a school levy, sent a letter blaming nobody, and wants $1,100 by November
I got a letter from the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer, informing us of a "discrepancy" on our 2026 property tax statement. Not a mistake. A discrepancy.
'Virtue signaling': KIRO hosts debate former Gov. Jay Inslee linking Spokane fires to climate change
Former Washington Governor Jay Inslee made a post on social media Sunday linking the fires raging in Spokane to climate change.
'She's not turning them on': Gee and Ursula split on whether $250,000 for Seattle cameras should be used for other resources
KIRO hosts Gee and Ursula were split on whether $250,000 set aside for Seattle surveillance cameras should be used for other resources.
Ask Ursula: My stepson never calls his dad, when can I get involved?
It's been years since my stepson contacted his dad to wish him a happy birthday or even a happy Father's Day. Should I intervene?
The Spin: Why Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's 'different window' answer raised more questions than it answered
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson repeatedly relied on the same phrase while defending her decision to seek former Police Chief Shon Barnes' resignation.
Seattle Sports
Stacy: As M’s honor greats, can current stars get going?
The M's are honoring their franchise's 50 greatest players at a time when they desperately need their current stars to step up.
Stefen Romero wins Mariners’ first Alumni Home Run Derby
The former M's outfielder beat Austin Nola in the finals during a first-ever event for the franchise.
Puyallup native Rasmussen’s gem helps Rays beat Mariners 2-1
Jonny DeLuca and Jonathan Aranda each homered for Tampa Bay.
Two Mariners trade deadline nuggets from MLB insiders
The Mariners had an impact on the Tarik Skubal trade and interest in the Angels' starting shortstop, per reports.
Mariners shake up lineup, including dropping Cal in order
Both Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodríguez are hitting the lowest they have in the M's order this year.
AL West Check-In: A’s part ways with GM David Forst
Assistant general manager Dan Feinstein will work as interim GM of this season.
Seattle Red
Bob Ferguson announces construction of new ferry, glosses over one awkward detail
Gov. Bob Ferguson is taking a victory lap over the construction of Washington's new ferries that will be built out of state due to Washington labor costs.
Meyer: Thomas Jefferson taught us how to deal with bullies like Iran
As President Trump seeks an end to the conflict in Iran, he should look to how Thomas Jefferson dealt with a similar ordeal, writes Jackson Meyer.
Seattle retailers warn crackdown on surveillance pricing will worsen affordability crisis
As Seattle considers a ban on surveillance pricing, stores are warning that it would result in higher prices for consumers.
Oregon Democrats stoke anti-data center hysteria with proposal for three-year moratorium
Democrats in the Oregon Legislature are pushing for a three-year halt on new large data centers, which has become a disturbing trend in the Beaver State.
Gluesenkamp Perez faces another obstacle as progressive challenger refuses to support her
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez's reelection bid just got tougher as progressive challenger Brent Hennrich says he won't vote for her in November.
Bob Ferguson expresses gratitude to Trump Administration for wildfire assistance in letter to the White House
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson submitted a letter to the White House thanking the federal government for its cooperation in combatting the Spokane wildfires.
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MyNorthwest Traffic
TRAFFIC: Major highway closures across Puget Sound this weekend
Drivers across the Puget Sound should prepare for one of the busiest travel weekends of the summer.
I-5 northbound fully blocked in South Tacoma after crash involving up to 10 cars
The northbound lanes of Interstate 5 were fully blocked in South Tacoma early Friday morning after a multi-car crash involving a semi-truck.
Stalled semitruck cleared after blocking Hood Canal Bridge for more than an hour
A stalled semitruck was blocking the entrance to the Hood Canal Bridge.
MyNorthwest Weather
City of Seattle issues Stage 2 Burn Ban
The City of Seattle has joined King County in issuing a Stage 2 Burn Ban as dry, hot conditions persist.
'It's nonsense': Cliff Mass says 'crazy people starting fires' has nothing to do with climate change
Spokane Complex Fires rage on as Cliff Mass highlights the climate change claims are unsupported and rising winds could affect the region's safety.
4 celestial events will light up the sky on Aug. 12
Wherever you are on Wednesday, Aug. 12, take a moment to look up. Four celestial events will be taking place throughout the day.
MyNorthwest Politics
New Seattle policy aims to block retailers from using personal data to set grocery prices
Mayor Katie Wilson and two city councilmembers announced a new affordability policy on Friday to eliminate price gouging, and make groceries more affordable.
Gov. Ferguson invites President Trump to Spokane to witness devastation firsthand
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has invited President Donald Trump to see the fire damage and devastation in Spokane.
'I don't like Kshama Sawant': Gee asks 'are we done now?' as Sawant finishes distant third
KIRO hosts Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin were relieved to see Kshama Sawant, who served on the Seattle City Council, finish in third place.
Lifestyle from Premier Media
Washington Needs a Plan to Grow the Economy
Originally published on 425 Business. Warning lights continue to flash red for Washington’s economy. Employers are becoming more pessimistic about the state economy and increasingly looking outside Washington to expand. At this pivotal moment, Washington needs a long-term economic-development plan that gives employers the confidence to invest, grow, and build their future here. In the […]
Bellevue Real Estate Company Snaps Up Seattle Apartment Complex
Originally published on 425 Business. Kidder Mathews recently announced that Bellevue’s Nordic Partners Investments has acquired Monticello, a 107-unit apartment building located at 415 Boren Ave. in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood. Kidder Mathews’ Simon | Anderson Mulifamily Team represented the seller and brought Nordic Partners Investments into the deal. Built in 1957, Monticello has 42,342 […]
Issaquah Commons Adds 16 New EV-Charging Stations to Property
Originally published on 425. Issaquah Commons announced earlier this week that 16 new electric-vehicle charging stations have been added to the property as part of the Tesla Supercharger network. The chargers are available now at the shopping center along Northwest Gilman Boulevard. Issaquah Commons is an open-air shopping center managed and leased by real estate […]
MyNorthwest History
Heat, smoke make for true 'dog days of summer' in western Washington this week
August is already here, sometimes called the dog days of summer. Temperatures are forecast to climb back into the 80s on Thursday with some areas in the 90s.
Red Flag Warning: Eastern Washington braces for dangerous wildfire conditions this weekend
Have plans to head to eastern Washington this weekend to escape the expected much cooler weather in western Washington?
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat dies after 87 years
Historic regional treasure Paul Dorpat has died after 87 years.
National News
ICE takes issue with AP reporting on policy to release body-worn camera footage
WASHINGTON (AP) — The acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement took issue Saturday with reporting by The Associated Press on a policy to publicly release body-worn camera footage only when the agency determines it is in its “best interests.” David J. Venturella said ICE policy “clarifies that it’s not appropriate to release footage […]
Darline Graham tests value of a famous name vs. lack of experience in South Carolina primary
FLORENCE, S.C. (AP) — Few people have anything bad to say about Darline Graham, who was catapulted from obscurity last month when she was appointed to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate. “I think Darline’s wonderful,” said Kathy Bustos of Mount Pleasant, after attending a Republican forum last week. But that […]
A pillar of environmental enforcement is targeted by Trump and Musk's AI company
WASHINGTON (AP) — Right-leaning legal activists along with Elon Musk ’s artificial intelligence company have brought sweeping challenges against a cornerstone of legal enforcement in the United States: the right of private groups, people and local governments to sue over violations of many major laws. Their argument, supported by the Trump administration, is that the […]
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